Summary
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Type
full-time
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About this role
OFS Malaysia is a subsidiary of Offshore Frontier Solutions Pte. Ltd. (OFS), a MODEC Group company in Malaysia. Being part of Modec means being the protagonist of a challenging career and being in touch with the latest deep-water production systems, knowing that your career begins in Malaysia, but your talent can take you anywhere in the world.
If you want to be one of the greatest in the market, this is your opportunity!
We are currently looking for talented individuals to join us for below role
Social Compliance SpecialistWe are currently based at KL Eco City, Malaysia.
The Social Compliance leads labour social compliance audit deployment, supplier engagement, corrective action planning, training delivery, and escalation handling, with a focus on China-based yards and regional vendors. This role integrates human rights, ethical sourcing, and HSE and ethic and compliance practices, aligning with recognized labour and social compliance standards and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier/Vendor/Subcontractor Engagement
Manage due diligence process including labour/social audits and verification assessments aligned to international labour/ social audits process such as SMETA/SA8000/BSCI.
Identify systemic issues, develop root-cause analysis, and create KPIs to closure. Conduct on-site and remote support to improve compliance maturity and worker protections.
Guide suppliers on labour and social compliance management systems, documentation, and worker voice/grievance mechanisms.
Maintain regular dialogue with suppliers and internal teams.
Corrective Action Plan (CAP) Creation & Verification
Support suppliers to build robust CAPs addressing root causes, timelines, owners, and verification steps.
Validate closure through evidence review, follow-up audits, and worker interviews.
Review Vendor/ Supplier vetting & prequalification process
Review, document, and risk-rank subcontractors and vendors/suppliers.
Work with Compliance/ Procurement/Contract and HSE to close gaps and enforce onboarding /prequalification requirements.
Training Delivery
Design and deliver training for suppliers on social compliance (SMETA, SA8000, and Amfori BSCI, etc) expectations, grievance mechanisms, working hours/wages, and remediation best practices.
Tailor curricula for supervisors, HR, and worker representatives (Mandarin/English).
Data & Reporting
Keep accurate records of findings, CAP progress, training coverage, and grievance outcomes.
Prepare dashboards and monthly/quarterly reports for management and customers.
Qualifications
Experience: 5–8+ years in social compliance, ethical sourcing, or human rights due diligence within manufacturing, shipyards, or heavy industry supply chains. Good experience working with Chinese vendors and suppliers.
Standards: Hands-on experience with SMETA, SA8000, and Amfori BSCI audit frameworks, including non-compliance classification and remediation.
Auditing Skills: Strong evidence collection, worker interview, document review, and root-cause analysis capabilities. Audit qualification is preferred but not must.
Remediation: Proven track record of developing and verifying effective CAPs, engaging and supporting suppliers/vendors and subcontractors, and ensuring sustainable remediation.
Travel: Willingness and ability to travel frequently to China yards and regional supplier locations.
Tools: Proficient with audit management systems, case management tools, and productivity platforms (Excel/Sheets, PowerPoint/Slides).
Language: Fluent in English and Mandarin as the role requires to communicate & negotiate with suppliers in China; ability to deliver training and write reports in both languages.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, Supply Chain, HSE, Business, Law) or equivalent experience.
Reporting Line
Reports to: Human Rights Lead (work with Legal & Compliance / HSE )
Works closely with: Procurement, HSE, Legal & Compliance, Operations, Regional HSE Site Managers
Other facts
About MODEC
Part of the MODEC Group, MODEC in Singapore provides engineering design and consultancy services to support oil and gas extraction and offshore exploration activities. The Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation (EPCI) of Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessels and other floating production systems is handled by MODEC Offshore Production Systems (Singapore) and Offshore Frontier Solutions, the latter a joint venture company formed by MODEC Inc. and Toyo Engineering Corporation in 2022.
A new execution center has been opened in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, as part of the company’s expansion plan to continue extending our capabilities and services to support our clients. OFS has also partnered with Toyo India to establish OFS India in Bengaluru, India. OFS India will execute Front End Engineering & Design (FEED) and detailed engineering, and provide procurement support for the topsides of FPSO projects, among its primary business activities.
We aim to safely deliver and operate high-quality, innovative and environmentally friendly floating solutions for the Oil & Energy sector through excellence in execution and cutting-edge technology.
What you'll do
- The Social Compliance Specialist leads labour social compliance audits, supplier engagement, and corrective action planning, focusing on China-based yards and regional vendors. This role integrates human rights and ethical sourcing practices while aligning with recognized compliance standards.
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